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Official visit from Paraguayan President Santiago Peña to the UK

Official visit from Paraguayan President Santiago Peña to the UK

Friday, 18 July 2025

During the visit, a United Kingdom-Paraguay Friendship Charter was signed between both nations....

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UK sanctions Russian spies at the heart of Putin’s malicious regime

UK sanctions Russian spies at the heart of Putin’s malicious regime

Thursday, 17 July 2025

The UK has exposed Russian spies responsible for spreading chaos and disorder on Putin's orders....

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UK tightens Oil Price Cap in blow to Putin's war machine

UK tightens Oil Price Cap in blow to Putin's war machine

Thursday, 17 July 2025

The UK and EU will lower the crude Oil Price Cap....

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UK statement: response to E1 settlement plan in the occupied West Bank

UK statement: response to E1 settlement plan in the occupied West Bank

Thursday, 17 July 2025

The UK has issued a statement in response to the announcement by Israel's Civil Administration to reintroduce the E1 settlement plan in the occupied W...

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Report by OSCE Conflict Prevention Centre, July 2025: UK statement to the OSCE

Report by OSCE Conflict Prevention Centre, July 2025: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 17 July 2025

Deputy Ambassador James Ford thanks Director of OSCE's Conflict Prevention Centre for the institution's work across the region, which remains crucial ...

Report by the Acting Head of the OSCE Mission to Serbia: UK response, July 2025

Report by the Acting Head of the OSCE Mission to Serbia: UK response, July 2025

Thursday, 17 July 2025

Ambassador Holland welcomes the OSCE Mission's engagement with the Government of Serbia during the reporting period, and its continued focus on democr...

ODIHR’s latest report adds to the mountain of evidence detailing serious concerns with Russia’s actions in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

ODIHR’s latest report adds to the mountain of evidence detailing serious concerns with Russia’s actions in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 17 July 2025

Ambassador Holland condemns Russia's appalling actions in Ukraine - including civilians deaths, CRSV and widespread use of torture - as detailed in OD...

The UK is deeply concerned by violence and attacks on civilians in Syria: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK is deeply concerned by violence and attacks on civilians in Syria: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 16 July 2025

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria....

With each day that passes, the suffering increases. We urge the parties to secure an immediate ceasefire: UK statement at the UN Security Council

With each day that passes, the suffering increases. We urge the parties to secure an immediate ceasefire: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 16 July 2025

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Gaza....

The Africa Debate: Foreign Secretary speech

The Africa Debate: Foreign Secretary speech

Wednesday, 16 July 2025

The Foreign Secretary gave a speech at The Africa Debate on 2 July 2025....

UK reaffirms unwavering support for Ukraine and welcomes vital US contribution: UK Statement to the OSCE

UK reaffirms unwavering support for Ukraine and welcomes vital US contribution: UK Statement to the OSCE

Tuesday, 15 July 2025

UK Military Advisor, Lt Col Joby Rimmer, says the UK, alongside the US and international partners, remains committed to providing the economic, diplom...

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Armenia: Alexandra Cole

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Armenia: Alexandra Cole

Monday, 14 July 2025

Ms Alexandra Cole has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Armenia in succession to Mr John Gallagher. ...

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The UK is committed to ensuring the UN can operate across its Missions in Yemen: UK at the UN Security Council

The UK is committed to ensuring the UN can operate across its Missions in Yemen: UK at the UN Security Council

Monday, 14 July 2025

Explanation of vote by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, after the adoption of UN Security Council resolution 2786....

Diplomacy in the digital age: Foreign Secretary's speech, July 2025

Diplomacy in the digital age: Foreign Secretary's speech, July 2025

Friday, 11 July 2025

Foreign Secretary David Lammy delivered a speech on diplomacy in the digital age whilst in Singapore....

Technology and innovation driving UK growth and closer partnerships with the Indo Pacific

Technology and innovation driving UK growth and closer partnerships with the Indo Pacific

Friday, 11 July 2025

Britain will deepen relations with countries across the Indo-Pacific to bring together UK and Southeast Asian innovation and technology....

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Joint statement on recent developments in Georgia

Joint statement on recent developments in Georgia

Thursday, 10 July 2025

The Foreign Secretary has released a joint statement on recent developments in Georgia alongside European partners...

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The UK welcomes the Office of the Prosecutor’s continued focus on Darfur: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

The UK welcomes the Office of the Prosecutor’s continued focus on Darfur: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 10 July 2025

Statement by Legal Adviser Colin McIntyre at the UN Security Council meeting on Sudan....

64th Round of the Geneva International Discussions: UK statement to the OSCE

64th Round of the Geneva International Discussions: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 10 July 2025

Ambassador Holland welcomes the discussions held during the 64th round, and commends the Co-Chairs for their continued efforts to facilitate dialogue ...

Russia’s shameful record breaking attacks on Ukrainian civilians and use of chemical weapons on the front line in Ukraine are a disgrace: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia’s shameful record breaking attacks on Ukrainian civilians and use of chemical weapons on the front line in Ukraine are a disgrace: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 10 July 2025

Ambassador Holland condemns Russia's latest aerial bombardment of Ukrainian cities, which have killed civilians and damaged civilian infrastructure, a...

Report of the External Auditor, Audit Committee and Financial Report: UK statement to the OSCE, July 2025

Report of the External Auditor, Audit Committee and Financial Report: UK statement to the OSCE, July 2025

Thursday, 10 July 2025

Ambassador Holland thanks Austria's Court of Audit for their professional work as External Auditor, and urges other participating States to engage con...

30th anniversary of the Srebrenica Genocide: UK statement to the OSCE, July 2025

30th anniversary of the Srebrenica Genocide: UK statement to the OSCE, July 2025

Thursday, 10 July 2025

Ambassador Holland honours the memory of those killed in the Srebrenica genocide, and underlines the UK's support to Bosnia and Herzegovina in its ong...

UN Human Rights Council 59: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue  on Central African Republic

UN Human Rights Council 59: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on Central African Republic

Thursday, 10 July 2025

UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the Oral Update of the Independent Expert on Central African Republic (CAR). This statement was delivered...

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66th WIPO General Assemblies, July 2025: UK Statement

66th WIPO General Assemblies, July 2025: UK Statement

Wednesday, 09 July 2025

UK Statement for the World Intellectual Property Organization General Assemblies. Delivered by Mr. Adam Williams, Chief Executive and Comptroller-Gene...

The UK strongly condemns the reckless Houthi attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK strongly condemns the reckless Houthi attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 09 July 2025

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Yemen....

Russia's illegal war in Ukraine continues to have a devastating impact on children: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia's illegal war in Ukraine continues to have a devastating impact on children: UK statement to the OSCE

Wednesday, 09 July 2025

Deputy Ambassador James Ford condemns the grave violations Russian armed forces and authorities have committed against children in Ukraine, including ...

UK approach to freedom of religion or belief: UK Special Envoy on Freedom of Religion or Belief speech, July 2025

UK approach to freedom of religion or belief: UK Special Envoy on Freedom of Religion or Belief speech, July 2025

Tuesday, 08 July 2025

The UK Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief, David Smith MP, gave a speech outlining the UK’s approach to freedom of religion or belief a...

UK approach to freedom of religion or belief: Lord Collins' speech, July 2025

UK approach to freedom of religion or belief: Lord Collins' speech, July 2025

Tuesday, 08 July 2025

Minister responsible for human rights, Lord Collins of Highbury, gave a speech at an event outlining the UK’s approach to freedom of religion or belie...

Statement to the 109th Session of the Executive Council of the OPCW

Statement to the 109th Session of the Executive Council of the OPCW

Tuesday, 08 July 2025

Statement by Director of Defence and International Security, Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office, Mr Stephen Lillie, at the 109th Executive Co...

New UK support to power green growth at home while tackling climate change abroad

New UK support to power green growth at home while tackling climate change abroad

Tuesday, 08 July 2025

Senior Cabinet ministers meet City of London leaders as Foreign Secretary announces new climate support...

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Review into Government Response to the Death of Harry Dunn

Review into Government Response to the Death of Harry Dunn

Monday, 07 July 2025

Independent review into the UK Government response to the death of Harry Dunn announced by Foreign Secretary David Lammy ...

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